© trainspo.comCEM BB 66000
Built by CAF, Alstom, CEM, SACM, Fives
Overview of the CEM BB 66000
Discover the robust BB 66000 diesel locomotive, a workhorse of French rail transport.
These powerful locomotives, designed for versatility, have served the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF) with distinction.
With a top speed of 120 km/h and a power output of 830 kW, the BB 66000 is built for demanding railway operations.
Its sturdy construction, featuring a Bo'Bo' axle arrangement and a gauge of 1435 mm, ensures stability and reliability on the tracks.
Explore the specifications and see the impressive presence of the BB 66000 series locomotive.
CEM BB 66000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BB 66400 | |
| Built by | CAF, Alstom, CEM, SACM, Fives | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 830 kW1,113 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 14.89 m48 ft 10 in | |
| Width | 2.98 m9 ft 9 in | |
| Height | 4.26 m14 ft 0 in |
Operators of the CEM BB 66000
Railway companies that have operated the BB 66000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF BB 66000 | France |
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